Head to head
Caterpillar D6N vs JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel
The Caterpillar D6N is the bigger machine by 11,917kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Caterpillar D6N is the bigger machine by 11,917kg.
Specifications side by side
| Caterpillar D6N | JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 16757kg (36,943lb) | 4,840kg |
| Engine power | 124kW (166hp) at 1800rpm | - |
| Blade capacity | 3.90m3 (LGP VPAT) to 4.30m3 (XL SU) | - |
| Engine | Cat C7.1 ACERT | - |
| Skip capacity | - | 3,191 litres (heaped) |
Sources: Caterpillar D6N, JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the D6N if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 11,917kg
A mid-size dozer used for earthmoving, site clearance and haul road maintenance. The VPAT blade option lets one machine angle, tilt and pitch for grading as well as straight pushing.
Listed by
- B & T Plant Hire - Gravesend
- B & T Plant Hire Ltd - Morden
Buy or hire the 6ST-2S5 Swivel if...
Suits groundworkers who need to tip to the side or rear without turning the whole machine, useful in trenches or narrow access where reversing to line up a straight-tip skip is awkward. The 6 tonne capacity sits in the middle of JCB's swivel dumper range.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Caterpillar D6N and the JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel?
The Caterpillar D6N is the bigger machine by 11,917kg. The Caterpillar D6N is a medium crawler dozer; the JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel is a 6 tonne swivel-skip site dumper.
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